Andreas Weigend

Andreas Weigend is a globally respected cyber security and data science speaker, renowned for his pioneering work in big data, social-mobile technologies, and consumer behaviour. As Amazon’s former Chief Scientist, Andreas led the charge in developing data-driven strategies that transformed how one of the world’s most successful companies understood its customers. His academic rigor—bolstered by a Ph.D. in Physics—underpins a rich career at the intersection of technology and human insight. Today, he is a go-to advisor for global powerhouses like Alibaba, Lufthansa, Goldman Sachs, and the World Economic Forum, celebrated for his ability to simplify complex data issues while inspiring transformative change.

A leading voice in the Social Data Revolution, Andreas teaches the acclaimed course of the same name at the University of California, Berkeley, combining theory with real-world applications. His authority in the field stems not only from his research, but also from practical experience, having helped organisations extract value from data using personalised systems, incentive design, and behavioural analytics. Through his deep understanding of both the opportunities and ethical challenges posed by big data, Andreas has become an essential speaker for anyone navigating today’s digital landscape.

Andreas’ speaking credentials are vast and international. He has delivered high-impact keynotes at events including the Federal Trade Commission’s symposium on Comprehensive Data Collection, Mastercard’s International Advisory Board, and the TATA Innovation Forum. His celebrated book, “Data for the People”, offers a blueprint for thriving in the post-privacy economy, echoing the core themes of his keynote titles such as “Transforming Big Data into Big Decisions” and “Harnessing the Power of Social Data”. These talks have left audiences from the World Marketing Forum to the NBER Summer Institute energised and enlightened.

Whether discussing the future of open data, digital trust, or cyber security in the age of personalisation, Andreas Weigend delivers insightful, actionable content tailored for business leaders, policy makers and technologists alike. His blend of academic precision, commercial impact, and engaging delivery makes him one of the most sought-after speakers in the field. Hire Andreas Weigend via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency to give your organisation a competitive edge in the data-driven world.